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Garawarra State Conservation Area

Dogs not permitted

Updated 24 July 2026

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Garawarra State Conservation Area is a park in Helensburgh. Dogs are not currently allowed at this park.

Dog rules

Dogs are not permitted in NSW national parks, nature reserves or state conservation areas. (Source: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.)

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RXJV+58, Helensburgh NSW 2508
Get directions+61 2 9542 0648Visit website

Before you go

  • 🚫Official source advises dogs are not allowed — we don't recommend visiting with your dog.

What people say

NAnswtrip A.
Google Maps
★★★★★6 years ago

Great for bushwalking with scenic waterfall. You will hear the sound of running water. Feeling fresh and having energy for waking. You will the scenic lookout waterfall. Free parking. Peaceful area. You have 2 ways for walking trail, Kelly’s fall walking track - return 45 mins about 1 hours returning and Princess Marina walking track - one way. You can climb down for Kelly’s pool. You need to prepare to get down.

JDJohn D.
Google Maps
★★★★☆8 months ago

There is still water running down to the dam.

RCRay C.
Google Maps
★★★★★3 years ago

This is a really peaceful place to walk around. The waterfall really kicks off the walk. There are plenty of flowering plants to see.

PGP G.
Google Maps
★★★★★3 years ago

Beautiful waterfall, can get to the bottom though not for the feinthearted. Do not take the Kelly's falls walking track as it will get you no where (after some distance it ends with warnings not to proceed)

JRJayakrishnan R.
Google Maps
★★★★★6 years ago

A hidden gem near to Helenburgh Hindu temple with picnic spots and nice walks with waterfall and cliff views. The walk to Kelly Falls rock pool area is for real adventurers.

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